Understanding Dry Eye
Dry eye is more than just occasional discomfort—it’s a chronic condition that can significantly impact your quality of life. You can develop it when your eyes don’t produce enough tears or when your tears evaporate too quickly. This leads to a range of symptoms from mild irritations like stinging, burning, and gritty sensations, to more severe complications like light sensitivity, pain, and blurred vision.
Diagnosis of Dry Eye
To get an accurate diagnosis and develop a targeted plan, we use state-of-the-art diagnostic testing to go beyond your surface symptoms. By diving deep into your eye’s unique ecosystem, we can pinpoint the cause of your dry eye. Our testing can include:
Over-The-Counter Treatments and Home Remedies
Discover our at-home solutions recommended by our team:
We’ll guide you on how to incorporate these dry eye treatment methods into your daily routine, tailoring our recommendations to your unique lifestyle.
Get Targeted Relief With Prescription Medications
When over-the-counter solutions aren’t enough, prescription medications can provide the targeted relief you need. At the Neatrour Eye Institute, we offer a variety of FDA-approved medications designed to address the underlying causes of dry eye and provide long-lasting comfort.
The core purpose of prescription medications for dry eye treatment is to address the underlying cause by providing essential nutrients, enhancing tear composition or reducing inflammation.
Advanced Treatments and Procedures
When conventional treatments aren’t quite enough, we offer advanced procedures to combat more severe and persistent dry eye.
LipiFlow® Thermal Pulsation
This FDA-approved treatment uses gentle heat and pressure to unblock oil glands in your eyelids, improving the quality of your tears.
Benefits: Long-lasting relief, often for 6-12 months after a single treatment.
Ideal For: Patients with Meibomian Gland Dysfunction.
Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) Therapy
Originally used in dermatology, IPL has shown remarkable results in treating dry eye caused by MGD. It uses light pulses to reduce inflammation & stimulate healthy oil production
Benefits: Improves tear quality, reduces inflammation, and can help with skin conditions around the eyes.
Ideal For: Patients with Meibomian Gland Dysfunction, and rosacea.
Punctal Plugs
These tiny devices are inserted into your tear ducts to prevent tears from draining too quickly, keeping your eyes moist.
Benefits: Increases tear retention on your eye’s surface, giving long-lasting relief from dry eye symptoms.
Ideal For: Patients with aqueous-deficient dry eye or those who frequently use artificial tears.
TrueTear® Neurostimulation
This innovative device stimulates natural tear production using tiny pulses of energy.
Benefits: On-demand tear production without eye drops.
Ideal For: Patients looking for a drug-free, drop-free option.
Living With & Managing Dry Eye
Dry eye is a condition we can manage together. From environmental modifications to dietary changes, we’ll equip you with a comprehensive toolkit to keep your eyes comfortable and your vision clear. We’ll explore strategies to minimize exposure to irritants, such as dust and smoke, and discuss the benefits of incorporating omega-3 fatty acids into your diet. Additionally, we’ll provide guidance on proper eye hygiene and the use of artificial tears to relieve dryness and discomfort.
